Better Internet for Kids

Award-winning resources from the French Safer Internet Centre, which empower young people and families in their digital journeys, are now available in English!

Sofia is a member of the youth who were present at the Safer Internet Forum 2024 and in this article, she shares her experience of this year's Forum.

The Polish Safer Internet Centre launched a project in five languages to educate young people and their parents about digital technologies, of which children are avid users.

The #MediaSmartOnline campaign aims to spotlight media literacy actions, initiatives and resources across Europe, thanks to the cooperation of the Insafe network of Safer Internet Centres (SICs). But as Better Internet for Kids, hearing the voices and opinions of young people is essential for any topic of discussion, including media literacy. So, let's hear it from the youth!

For Safer Internet Day 2024, nine NGOs from the Americas launched a digital wellbeing initiative for young people and their parents to help navigate the child's first connected device.

The #MediaSmartOnline campaign aims to spotlight media literacy actions, initiatives and resources across Europe, thanks to the cooperation of the Insafe network of Safer Internet Centres (SICs). But as Better Internet for Kids, hearing the voices and opinions of young people is essential for any topic of discussion, including media literacy. So, let's hear it from the youth!

The #MediaSmartOnline campaign aims to spotlight media literacy actions, initiatives and resources across Europe, thanks to the cooperation of the Insafe network of Safer Internet Centres (SICs). But as Better Internet for Kids, hearing the voices and opinions of young people is essential for any topic of discussion, including media literacy. So, let's hear it from the youth!

A concerning trend among school-age children is the exposure to ultra-violent scenes (torture, beheadings, war scenes) on their smartphones. Alarmingly, 25 per cent of 11 to 18 year olds are engaging in this disturbing behaviour.

Young people interact with the digital world daily. Whether they’re gaming, chatting with friends, or seeking homework help, they make the most of the countless opportunities for learning and connection that the internet offers. However, this also exposes children and adolescents to risks, such as harmful or age-inappropriate content, often when they least expect it.

The Safer Internet Forum 2024 will see various online safety stakeholders and young people discuss topics around the theme: Where's the harm? Protecting children and young people against inappropriate content and bullying online.